Karaikal fishermen call on L-G

The 16 fishermen from Karaikal, who were held by the Sri Lankan Navy for “illegal fishing” on their territorial waters and later released, called on Lt. Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan at the Raj Niv

The 16 fishermen from Karaikal, who were held by the Sri Lankan Navy for “illegal fishing” on their territorial waters and later released, called on Lt. Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan at the Raj Nivas on Monday. The fishermen from Karaikal were part of a larger group of about 54 Indian fishermen apprehended by the Sri Lankan Navy for territorial violations and detained on three islands. The fishermen wanted to convey their gratitude to the Lt. Governor, the Ministry of External Affairs and authorities for prompt efforts taken by them in securing their release.